Appleton to Chicago (ATW–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
ATW–ORD is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, American Airlines and avianca lead the route. The flight covers 161 miles in approximately 0h 31m. Beyond nonstop, 21 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 98 | CR2, CR5, CRJ | 1h-1h31 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| AA American Airlines | 54 | CR7, E70, E75 | 1h13-1h32 | – | Oneworld | – |
| AV avianca | 7 | CR2 | 1h26 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| EK Emirates | 7 | CR7 | 1h24 | – | – | – |
| OO SkyWest Airlines | 1 | – | 0h31 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Appleton
| Metric | ATW→ORD | GRB→ORD | CWA→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from ATW | – | 25 mi | 67 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 7 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 167 | 222 | 35 |
| Flight time | 0h 31m | 0h 36m | 1h 26m |
Travel Essentials
ATW: CDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Appleton, it's 6:00 PM in Chicago.
CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from O'Hare to downtown Chicago (45 min, $5). Taxis use a flat-rate zone system; downtown is around $40–45 plus tip. Ride-shares are typically $30–50.The Airport Transit System (ATS) connects all terminals and parking. Metra commuter rail does not serve O'Hare directly; transfer downtown via Blue Line.
Continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid (25–32°C) with afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are cold (−10 to −2°C) with heavy snowfall that regularly delays flights December through March.
Spring and fall are mild but unpredictable. Pack layers. Lake Michigan moderates temperatures near the lakefront, but O'Hare sits inland and runs colder.
ATW–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ATW to ORD
Appleton International Airport (ATW) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, avianca, Emirates, SkyWest Airlines and United Airlines. With 167 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
ATW to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ATW to ORD ranges from 0 hours 31 minutes to 1 hours 32 minutes. The route covers a distance of 161 miles (258 km). There are approximately 167 weekly flights outbound and 151 return, totaling 318 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
21 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via MKE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Green Bay (GRB), Mosinee (CWA) and Madison (MSN).